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Lemon Vanilla Cottage Cheese Cake

Lemon Vanilla Cottage Cheese Cake Ready in 45 Minutes

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Lemon Vanilla Cottage Cheese Cake is a light, protein-packed dessert made with simple ingredients. It has a creamy texture with a bright lemon flavor and a subtle vanilla sweetness. You can make it in under an hour with just one blender and a cake pan.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour and baking powder.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the cottage cheese mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture.
  • Blend the cottage cheese mixture thoroughly to avoid lumps in the final cake.
  • Fresh lemon juice gives a brighter flavor than bottled lemon juice.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • You can swap honey with maple syrup if preferred.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature with fresh berries on top.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg